ASSISTANT coach Ray Wilkins has given the biggest hint yet that Chelsea will be in the market for a striker in the January transfer window.

Chelsea travel the short distance to face West London neighbours Fulham today boosted by their 2-0 win over struggling West Brom at Stamford Bridge on Boxing Day.

Goals from Didier Drogba and Frank Lampard gave the Blues their first win in four home league games but, more significantly, top scorer Nicolas Anelka was also included in their 4-3-3 formation.

It was the first time Drogba and Anelka had started in attack under coach Luiz Felipe Scolari and there were encouraging signs.

Previously Chelsea chief executive Peter Kenyon had insisted the club would be not be active in the January transfer window but now Wilkins has hinted they will be looking to strengthen their attacking options in case of injuries.